The Most Popular Temples and Shrines in Kobe

Jun 26, 2018 By Justin Hanus

Japan is a melting pot of several religions in the East. There are religions that have immigrated from different parts of Asia and there are those that originated within the country. Some of them are still existing today and pilgrimages still take place regularly to worship their deities. Others are...[ Click to read more ]

Popular Beaches in The Kansai Region

By Justin Hanus

A lot of people love going to the beach because as they say, they need a dose of vitamin sea. Unfortunately, not a lot of countries have the best beaches and sea views that people can enjoy either by swimming or just lounging around in the sand or in comfy...[ Click to read more ]

Dive in Kobe Places to Swim this Summer

Jun 24, 2018 By Justin Hanus

With temperatures rising for the summer it can be easy to resort to staying inside as often as possible. Though the air conditioning at home might be necessary sometimes, for Kobe residents and visitors, there are a multitude of other ways to stay cool while also getting out of the...[ Click to read more ]

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Japanese Classes in Kobe

May 29, 2018 By Justin Hanus

If you've recently moved to Japan, you might be thinking about learning the language to help you communicate with the locals and understand the culture. Of course, there are plenty of online courses and 'learn Japanese' book/CD packages but there's nothing like a bit of face-to-face learning in a local...[ Click to read more ]

The Best Parks in Kobe

May 23, 2018 By Justin Hanus

Kobe is not short of green spaces offering residents and tourists the chance to get out and soak up the great outdoors. Whether you're a sports enthusiast looking for somewhere to play or just after a nice setting for an ambient stroll, the city has a good mix of everything...[ Click to read more ]

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Popular Patisseries and Bakeries in Kobe

Apr 25, 2018 By Justin Hanus

When you are in a new place, you always find yourself trying out the restaurants first. Unless you’re on a diet, you’d find it a must to sample the local delicacies and the popular eateries that you’ve researched on. The ones with the best reviews are the most favorable but...[ Click to read more ]

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Day Tours for Kids in the Kansai Region

By Justin Hanus

Traveling with kids can be very tricky business because not all places adults would love to visit can be kid-friendly or even interesting to little ones. A part of your itinerary should include amusement parks, theme parks, museums for kids, zoos and the list goes on. Luckily, adults also can...[ Click to read more ]

Popular Water and Amusement Parks in Kobe

By Justin Hanus

Water and amusement parks are the best go to places for tourists and locals alike especially during the summers where the weather is at its warmest and a lot of people are on vacation making these places more exciting and fun. There are numerous varieties of parks in the world...[ Click to read more ]

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8 Most Popular Hiking Tours in the Kansai Region

Mar 23, 2018 By Justin Hanus

One of the best ways to enjoy a new place is to walk around and visit the attractions. But if you’re up for adventures that take hours of marveling beautiful landscapes and historical sites, it calls for leisurely hikes along popular trails and pilgrimage routes. Many countries boast of the...[ Click to read more ]

5 Most Popular Festivals to Check Out in the Kansai Region

By Justin Hanus

There’s always a famous festival in every country that draws pilgrims, tourists, the one-time visitors and even locals. There’s that exhilarating energy that wafts in the air when you hear the drums booming, the music blaring, the dancing, the merriment and all the energy that is ablaze every time there’s...[ Click to read more ]